Rating of the best baking dishes for 2024

Cooking has been and remains a daunting task for the modern housewife or chef of a renowned restaurant. Moreover, the dishes should be not only beautiful and tasty, but also healthy. Lean baked meat, crispy fish, savory vegetables from the oven, multi-layer cake or miniature cupcakes cannot be prepared without a special convenient shape. The correct capacity will help create a culinary masterpiece, you just need to take into account certain selection criteria.

A baking dish is present in almost every kitchen and not in a single copy. At the same time, high-quality utensils must withstand high temperatures and distribute them evenly, have non-stick properties, be wear-resistant and durable and aesthetically attractive for serving on the festive table.

These kitchen containers have different diameters, heights, widths, wall thicknesses, volumes, shapes and are made from a variety of materials. The baking container will help you prepare cakes, muffins, casseroles, rolls, bread, puddings, soufflés, jellies, tartlets, meat, fish, vegetables, fruits. To select the correct container, you must understand all the features of the product. Our article will tell you what types of products are, how to choose the right model and where to buy the right thing.

What is the baking dish made of?

Shaped dishes can be baked in the oven, microwave, or chilled in the refrigerator. Therefore, before choosing, it is important to take into account the temperature regime of baking, a sharp change in positive and negative temperatures, you may need to study the manufacturer's recommendations in order to understand whether a particular model is suitable for this type of cooking.

Hardware

Sturdy metal pallets have been used by housewives since time immemorial. Such dishes are evenly heated and bake well the dough, large pieces of fish or meat. However, it is sometimes difficult to remove the finished product from the mold. Before laying the dough, the container must be oiled and sprinkled with flour, semolina or breadcrumbs.

• Cast iron products are durable, resistant to wear, corrosion, aggressive acids and abrasive cleaning agents.The cost of cast iron dishes is low. The disadvantages of such dishes are their heavy weight, unpresentable appearance, the impossibility of using in a microwave oven, and modern research has proven the accumulation of carcinogenic substances in the pores of the metal that can get into food.
• Tinplate, steel, or aluminum utensils are lighter due to their thin walls. Resistant to caustic liquids and cleaning powders. The cake cooks faster and at lower temperatures, but the dishes also need to be oiled or covered with parchment to protect the baked goods. When buying, carefully choose high-quality and durable steel, otherwise the container may deform during cooking. These utensils cannot be used in the microwave.
• If the inner walls of the metal model are covered with a non-stick layer, then you can bake without pre-treatment, and the food does not burn. But such kitchen utensils require some maintenance. Do not use abrasive cleaning agents or metal brushes, otherwise it will quickly deteriorate.

• A layer with marble chips is more durable and unpretentious in maintenance, so the service life of such a container is longer than with a thin non-stick coating.
• Teflon coating is susceptible to heat. Do not set the thermostat higher than + 260 ° C, otherwise Teflon starts to release harmful substances into food.
• The enamel layer on the steel wall of the bowl protects against corrosion and aggressive substances (vinegar, oil, food liquids), but at the same time, the enamelled utensils should be protected from impacts. The enamel layer is fragile and may begin to deteriorate.
• Some metal products are removable for easy removal of the finished product. It is only required to open a special lock-lock and remove the sides. The finished cake can be transferred to a dish. Before purchasing, carefully inspect the sealed seams for deformation, otherwise the batter will simply leak out.

Ceramic molds

Heat-resistant earthenware or porcelain utensils have thick walls, it heats up for a long time and evenly, so you can bake pies and prepare second courses in it. The material retains heat well, food stays hot for a long time. It is believed that clay products are environmentally friendly and retain useful substances and vitamins during heat treatment.

Ceramic utensils are suitable for oven and microwave ovens. The type and size of dishes can vary from large baking trays to small piece pots. Multi-colored clay pots with portioned dishes, taken out of the oven, will decorate the festive table.

The disadvantage of ceramic products can be considered a large weight and fragility of the material. If you drop the bowl, it will most likely break, or the glazed coating will begin to chip off, which also makes the dishes unsafe. Do not place the porcelain container on a gas hob or electric stove, otherwise the ceramic glaze will be damaged. These models are usually expensive.

Baking glassware

Neat heat-resistant glass products are becoming popular. The dishes are almost universal - they are not afraid of high temperatures, while ensuring uniform heating of baked goods and meat dishes. You can cool and freeze food in glass, such containers are suitable for microwaves. The material can withstand large temperature fluctuations, it is difficult to scratch with abrasives when cleaning, while the glass remains safe.

Thick, strong walls prevent cooked food from cooling. Hot fish or meat pies, puff casseroles look especially attractive and appetizing through transparent glass. Unfortunately, the material, like ceramics, is afraid of strong impacts. It is believed that dishes made of special tempered glass do not break, but this is not the case. Falling to the floor will turn the container into shards.

Silicone baking products

The most modern type of molds in the arsenal of a housewife, but they have already managed to win favor with their bright design, unusual shapes, and they are also inexpensive in price.The plasticity of the material allows you to give containers any configuration, size and color. Soft, pleasant to the touch, medical silicone withstands temperature drops from -50º to + 240º C and remains safe both in the freezer and when heated in the oven. The containers are easy to clean, do not scratch, dry quickly.

No pre-treatment or lubrication required. But in the description, the manufacturer advises to process the container only once before the first baking. Usage: You need to lay out the dough, bake, and then just turn the sides of the silicone inside out. A large crust or miniature cake is easily removed and remains unharmed.

High-quality material does not rust, does not break, does not enter into a chemical reaction with aggressive food substances. The disadvantage is the excessive softness of the material. Such containers are first placed on a flat baking sheet, only then filled with dough, vegetables or meat. After the end of baking, you should wait for the cake to cool, otherwise you risk not holding the soft mold along with the contents.

According to the manufacturer's recommendation, use silicone containers only for their intended purpose to extend the service life. Do not leave near an open flame or on an electric hotplate, do not scrub with a metal sponge or abrasive powder, do not cut baked goods directly in the form.

Paper products

Suitable for making piece cakes, muffins, cupcakes. Small but tall paper products are sold for Easter cakes. An inexpensive container is made of thick paper, cardboard or foil. The main advantage of such containers is that after use it does not need to be washed, and it does not require storage space. Pull out the baked goods by bending or tearing the sides and throw the used container into the trash can. The disadvantage of a disposable paper model is the need to constantly buy it.

Product shape

In addition to functionality, you need to take into account the shape of the baking container. For the oven, manufacturers produce the following options:

• round bowls are used for baking pies with filling or individual cake elements. Most often they are made of metal, but there are both glass and ceramic;
• the classic rectangular kitchen tray is made of cast iron, steel, aluminum, glass, silicone. It is stable, and a large volume will allow you to bake chicken with vegetables for the whole family at once;
• oval transparent products are suitable for casseroles, puff pies, vegetable stews, they can store food in the freezer;
• non-standard - mainly used for certain dishes. Models in the form of ceramic pots are used to cook portioned meat or vegetables, while the existing lid retains the taste and richness of the dish. Miniature muffins are baked in small, paper or silicone, rounded bowls.

Roasting containers also vary in size. Large and voluminous suitable for cafes and restaurants or for a large family's festive table. In medium and small containers, you can cook dinner for a family of 3-4 people. The following standard diameters are distinguished:

• 18 cm;
• 20 cm;
• 25 cm;
• 28 cm;
• 34 cm.

In addition to diameter, shapes can vary in volume, the most common are:

• 0.2 l;
• 0.5 l;
• 0.9 l;
• 1.3 l;
• 2 p.

In fact, all divisions are fairly arbitrary, and in most cases, you can use any available form. Each manufacturer offers its own original products, there is no specific standard. Models that are similar in volume or size may differ in convenience, for example, the presence or absence of handles, the solidity of the model, the height of the sides, which is important for making biscuits.

Council. Choose the size, shape, color and configuration of your baking dish exactly for the dishes you will most often cook. But the best option would be to have a collection of several types of products.

Rating of popular models of metal forms

PARAMETER	Attribute AFF002	Rondell Mocco & Latte RDF-442	Taller TR-6306
HEIGHT (cm)	4	6	4
DIAMETER (cm)	22	26	26
MATERIAL	steel	steel, glass	steel, silicone
AVERAGE PRICE (RUB)	108	1290	706

Attribute AFF002

The round black model is made of durable stainless steel. The non-stick walls do not need to be sprinkled with flour or breadcrumbs before baking, the dough will not burn. And also the container is suitable for stews, casseroles. The bowl can be easily washed by hand without metal brushes or in the dishwasher and can be ordered online.

• protective covering;
• budget price.

• thin walls.

Rondell Mocco & Latte RDF-442

The round model of the famous brand consists of two parts. Detachable steel sides with a protective layer can be opened and the cake can be removed without damaging the baked goods. The bottom is made of tempered glass, which is easy to clean and does not stick to the dough during the cooking process.

The wall thickness is 0.4 mm, the weight of the product is 0.95 kg. Since the walls of the bowl are detachable, only flour products or casseroles should be baked in it. Easy to clean in the dishwasher.

• baked goods do not burn;
• split walls and removable bottom.

• high price;
• the silicone gasket at the bottom of the mold cannot be replaced.

Taller TR-6306

The round steel bowl made of high quality metal has a chocolate color and smooth lines. The average container diameter is suitable for baking pies, biscuits, meat and fish dishes. The inner walls are non-stick coated, do not require additional oiling before cooking.

Brand cookware has two non-removable silicone anti-slip handles that can withstand temperatures up to + 220 ° C. Can be washed in the dishwasher or by hand without the use of abrasive powder.

• monolithic capacity;
• thick walls;
• non-slip and non-heating handles;
• protective layer.

• high price.

Rating of quality glassware for baking

PARAMETER	Luminarc Smart Cuisine N3083	Pyrex 216	Pyrex 239B000
VOLUME (L)	-	2.5	3.7
LENGTH WIDTH HEIGHT (cm)	32*20*7	28*20*8	40*28*6
MATERIAL	glass	glass	glass
AVERAGE PRICE (RUB)	459	600	810

Luminarc Smart Cuisine N3083

An oval container made of white frosted glass is suitable for fish, meat and vegetable dishes. The graceful elongated shape will decorate the festive table.

Safe, wear-resistant material is not scratched and easy to care for. The curved edges imitate handles, with their help it is convenient to get out of the oven or place in the microwave. A variety of French-made goods can be examined in the online store and bought for less than retail.

• beautiful, convenient packaging;
• safe material;
• light weight.

• not.

Pyrex 216

Conveniently sized, thick-walled pans with high sides are perfect for oven-baking pies, casseroles, vegetable and fish dishes. The glass is easy to clean and dishwasher safe.

A container with handles and a plastic lid to keep food fresh and odor-free. In the future, it is possible to reheat food in the microwave.

A large selection of models of this brand can be compared and purchased on the Aliexpress website.

• convenient packaging;
• easy to clean;
• plastic cover.

• fragile material is afraid of shock.

Pyrex 239B000

The transparent rectangular tray can be used to bake puff vegetable dishes, lasagne, sweet and meat pies. Thick-walled glass tolerates heat and frost well. There are two convenient handles for carrying the container.

The glassware weighs 1.94 kg and can be washed by hand using a cleaning powder as the material is scratch resistant. This container is suitable for cooking in a microwave oven.

• environmentally friendly safe material;
• withstands a wide range of temperatures.

• heavy weight;
• fragile material.

Rating of popular silicone baking dishes

PARAMETER	Nadoba Mila 762016	Regent 93-SI-FO-05	Nadoba Mila 762019
FEATURES	for 6 products	for baking	for one cupcake
LENGTH WIDTH HEIGHT (cm)	30*18*5	25*6	28*24*10
MATERIAL	silicone	silicone	silicone
AVERAGE PRICE (RUB)	559	582	750

Nadoba Míla 762019

The container is made of heat-resistant, high-strength silicone for one cake. The special central notch helps the heavy dough to bake well.The grooved bottom gives the baked goods a beautiful relief. The cupcake is easy to remove and does not burn. The container can be used for heating in a microwave oven.

The material, which has a German quality standard, is easy to clean and can be stored folded without losing its former shape. Convenient side handles are non-slip and help remove the bowl from the oven.

• high quality silicone;
• does not require lubrication.

• requires a solid base in the oven;
• high price.

Regent 93-SI-FO-05

This light round container with high sides is suitable for baking biscuit cakes. The baked goods do not burn and the mold does not require special maintenance. Easy to clean with regular detergent or dishwasher.

In addition to the silicone bowl, a metal frame is included for stability. It has two handles that allow you to put the dough in the oven. The convenient model can be ordered online directly from China.

• high quality safe material;
• steel frame.

• you cannot cut baked goods directly in the form.

Nadoba Míla for round muffins 762016

The red rectangular silicone container has portioned recesses for small muffins, so you can bake a batch of six at the same time. The heat-resistant material can withstand temperatures from 40 ° C to 230 ° C. High-strength silicone is easy to care for and dishwasher safe.

• easy care;
• stable packaging.

• soft material;
• small output of products per unit of time.

Rating of quality ceramic baking products

PARAMETER	Millimi 826267	Attribute Vintage Black AFC107	Attribute Verde ABK106
Weight, kg)	1.1	1.3	2.5
LENGTH WIDTH HEIGHT (cm)	27*23*5	27*16*6	39*24*8
MATERIAL	ceramics	ceramics	ceramics
AVERAGE PRICE (RUB)	750	494	1070

Attribute Verde ABK106

Large oval ceramic container is suitable for meat, fish, pies, casseroles. Delicate painting of the walls and bottom gives it a solemn look. According to buyers, meatloaf or red fish in such a dish directly from the oven will decorate the festive table.

Ceramics is a natural material, thick walls and bottom are evenly heated and give the dish a taste and aroma. There are two handles for easy pulling out of the pallet. The entire product is covered with a glaze that prevents food from burning and facilitates daily care.

• attractive appearance;
• dishwasher safe.

• heavy weight;
• fragility of the material;
• high price.

Attribute Vintage Black AFC107

Oval black and white crockery, Russian-made, made of high quality ceramics. It has thick sides and bottom for even cooking meat and fish pies, vegetable casseroles, fruit desserts.

Classic dishes have comfortable handles. The product is covered with a smooth glaze, which makes it easier to clean the surface of food debris both by hand and in the dishwasher.

• beautiful appearance of the product;
• easy to clean;
• inexpensive model.

• fragile material.

Millimi 826267

A white square product made in China, suitable for baking various pies, cooking vegetable dishes and portioned meat. High-quality ceramics are safe when heated, they keep heat for a long time, after cooling they can be placed in the refrigerator. Smooth high container walls are easy to clean and prevent baked goods from burning.

• convenient form.

• high price;
• the material breaks from impacts.

Little secrets will help you avoid mistakes when choosing:

1. Containers with a removable bottom and split walls are convenient, but over time they can start to leak. Monolithic containers require preliminary processing or additional layer of parchment, but are more durable.
2. Don't buy cheap, thin-walled metal models. They quickly deform from high temperatures, the inner layer burns out, and the baked goods begin to stick.
3. Do not use silicone pie bowls with toppings. The lower part in such containers is poorly baked.
4. When cooking with non-stick pans, it is best to use wooden or silicone spatulas to avoid scratching the protective layer.
5. When choosing a container for baking cakes, pay attention to the sides. For biscuits, their height should be 5-6 cm.The pizza is baked well in a bowl with 1-2 cm sides.
6. There is no universal form. Choose different dishes for different dishes.